🧵 3 Tailwind Classes I Use in Every Single Project (and why you should too)

As a frontend dev, consistency and speed matter. That’s why Tailwind CSS is my go-to utility-first framework — it’s fast, scalable, and doesn’t get in your way.

No matter the project — be it a landing page, dashboard, or portfolio — there are 3 Tailwind classes that I always end up using:

🔹 1. flex

If you’re building layouts (which… we all are), flex is a must-have. Combine it with:

• justify-center
• items-center
• gap-x-4

…and suddenly your layout becomes chef’s kiss 💅
Great for navbars, buttons, and aligning components vertically or horizontally with minimal effort.

🔹 2. rounded-xl

Corners matter more than people admit. rounded-xl gives your UI that smooth, modern edge that users subconsciously love. I use this on:

• Cards
• Buttons
• Modals
• Image containers

It instantly levels up the visual aesthetic without touching custom CSS.

🔹 3. text-gray-600

Typography is design. text-gray-600 is the perfect neutral color for body text — easy to read, subtle enough not to overpower headers.
Pair it with text-sm or leading-relaxed, and your content will be 10x more readable.

📌 Bonus Utility Combos:

• p-4 for padding consistency
• gap-4 or space-y-4 for spacing between elements
• transition-all duration-200 for subtle UI animations

📚 Want more Tailwind goodness?

Here’s the ultimate cheatsheet to keep on hand:
👉 tailwindcomponents.com/cheatsheet

These small building blocks help me ship faster and cleaner — whether I’m working solo or collaborating with a team.

What are your favorite Tailwind utilities?
Drop them below or let’s connect and share ideas 👇